Indians slowly choking under clouds of air pollution
Indians slowly choking under clouds of air pollution
Air pollution is bringing death and disease to India, including to children, and even threatens the country's future generations. The government will need to look far beyond New Delhi to curb the issue, experts warn.
Air pollution goes beyond New Delhi
The recently opened clinic has already become a lifeline for those grappling with pollution-induced diseases, including bronchitis and breathing difficulties.
Doctors in this and other hospitals report cases of breathlessness, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They say there are more patients than last year.
The elderly and those with heart conditions are particularly susceptible, experiencing heightened symptoms and requiring hospitalization.